To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to authorize the use of flexible air permitting with respect to certain critical energy resource facilities, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to revise its Title V operating permit regulations under the Clean Air Act. Such permits set forth compliance requirements related to air pollution for certain facilities (i.e., sources).

Specifically, the bill requires the EPA to revise regulations to authorize the owner or operator of a critical energy resource facility to utilize flexible air permitting, as described in the final rule titled Operating Permit Programs; Flexible Air Permitting Rule published on October 6, 2009. The bill also requires the regulations to facilitate flexible, market-responsive operations (as described in the final rule) with respect to critical energy resource facilities.

Bill 118 hr 1131, also known as the "Flexible Air Permitting for Critical Energy Resource Facilities Act," aims to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to allow the use of flexible air permitting for specific energy resource facilities. This bill is designed to streamline the permitting process for critical energy resources, such as coal-fired power plants or oil refineries, by providing flexibility in meeting air quality standards.

The bill specifies that the EPA must authorize the use of flexible air permitting for these facilities, which would allow them to comply with air quality regulations in a more efficient and cost-effective manner. This flexibility is intended to ensure that critical energy resource facilities can continue to operate while still meeting environmental standards.

In addition to addressing air permitting for energy resource facilities, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to environmental protection. While the specifics of these additional purposes are not detailed in the summary, it is clear that the bill aims to balance the need for energy production with environmental protection. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1131 seeks to promote the efficient operation of critical energy resource facilities while ensuring compliance with air quality regulations. By authorizing the use of flexible air permitting, the bill aims to strike a balance between energy production and environmental protection.